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UKX 844J

1970 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,338 mi
Last recorded70,338 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 844J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 70,338 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 70,284 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 70,259 miles

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2014 70,176 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 70,045 miles

NSR HUB SEAL LEAK

Pass 23 Aug 2012 69,827 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting. (4.2.B.5)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

very slight oil leak from rear backplate - not affecting brake performance

Pass 30 Aug 2011 69,741 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting. (4.2.B.5)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 69,676 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 69,664 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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UKX 844J is a 1970 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UKX 844J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UKX 844J registered?

UKX 844J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 24 November 1970.

Is UKX 844J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKX 844J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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